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WNBA Star Bonner Leaves Phoenix Mercury for Title Chase
24 Aug
Summary
- Bonner secured a buyout agreement with the Phoenix Mercury on Monday.
- The 39-year-old veteran is seeking to join a contender.
- She averaged 10.6 points and 6.1 rebounds in 37 games this season.

DeWanna Bonner, a longtime star for the Phoenix Mercury, is departing the team after a buyout agreement was reached on Monday. This move allows the 39-year-old veteran to join a contending team as the Mercury are currently out of playoff contention.
Phoenix General Manager Nick U'Ren stated the buyout was designed to give Bonner an opportunity to chase a title in what could be one of her final post-season appearances. Bonner, who spent the first 10 seasons of her career with the Mercury before returning last season after a stint with the Indiana Fever, expressed gratitude for the opportunity. She is currently averaging 10.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game over 37 appearances this season.